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    Nowhere has the impact of technology had more far-reaching impact than in the cluster of Health Science careers. Nor is there a cluster that offers more variety of entry level and high level professional careers—and hundreds of career choices in between. Major hospitals today are huge cities with amenities ranging from janitorial services, shipping and receiving, food services, building maintenance, communications, data collection, and computer technology. Areas in need of skilled employees include laboratory, therapy, pharmacy, and research.  Many professionals are needed to support the medical specialists—dieticians, research scientists, medical doctors, psychologists, and psychiatrists. All the skills students can learn in this cluster will help them and their families live better, healthier, and longer lives. It is a career cluster that will always be in demand.

     

  • Principles of Health Science

    Course ID: G26450
    Credit: 1
    Grades: 9, 10, 11
    Location: BHS, HHS, RHS
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : N/A
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?The Principles of Health Science provides an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, research and development systems of the health care industry.

    Principles of Health Science BLK

    Course ID: G26451
    Credit: 1
    Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
    Location: BCTAL
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : N/A
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?The Principles of Health Science provides an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, research and development systems of the health care industry.

    Principles of Health Science

    Course ID: G26460
    Credit: 1
    Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
    Location: BCTAL
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : N/A
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?The Principles of Health Science provides an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, biotechnology research and development systems of the health care industry.

    Medical Terminology

    Course ID: G23900
    Credit: 1
    Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
    Location: BHS, HHS, RHS
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : N/A
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?This course is designed as an introduction to the medical field. Students develop a working knowledge of the language of medicine. By relating terms to body systems, students identify proper use of words in a medical environment. Knowledge of medical terminology enhances the student¡¯s ability to successfully secure employment or pursue advanced education in health care.

    Medical Terminology BLK

    Course ID: G23901
    Credit: 1
    Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
    Location: BCTAL
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : N/A
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?This course is designed as an introduction to the medical field. Students develop a working knowledge of the language of medicine. By relating terms to body systems, students identify proper use of words in a medical environment. Knowledge of medical terminology enhances the student¡¯s ability to successfully secure employment or pursue advanced education in health care.

    Medical Terminology

    Course ID: G23910
    Credit: 1
    Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
    Location: BCTAL
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : N/A
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?This course is designed as an introduction to the medical field. Students develop a working knowledge of the language of medicine. By relating terms to body systems, students identify proper use of words in a medical environment. Knowledge of medical terminology enhances the student¡¯s ability to successfully secure employment or pursue advanced education in health care.

    Medical Administrative Assistant

    Course ID: G26470
    Credit: 1
    Grades: 11, 12
    Location: BCTAL
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : N/A
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?Health Informatics is where you learn to acquire, store, retrieve and use healthcare information to foster better collaboration among a patient¡¯s various healthcare providers. Health informatics is an evolving specialization that links information technology, communications and healthcare to improve the quality and safety of patient care. You will prepare to earn a medical office certification through a national healthcare organization.

    Clinical Rotations 1

    Course ID: G26510
    Credit: 2
    Grades: 11, 12
    Location: BCTAL
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : N/A
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?This program includes development and application, in a classroom and clinical setting, relating to groups of health occupations. Students observe or train with professional health care personnel at health care facilities. This observation/training may include such fields as physical therapy, medical/surgical nursing, obstetrics, pediatrics, laboratory, radiology, surgery, and dental.

    Clinical Rotations 2

    Course ID: G26520
    Credit: 2
    Grades: 12
    Location: BCTAL
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : Clinical Rotations 1
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?The practicum is designed to give students practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience.

    Electrocardiogram and Phlebotomy Technician Practicum

    Course ID: G26800
    Credit: 2
    Grades: 12
    Location: BCTAL
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : Clinical Rotations 1
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?You will learn the skills to gather heart rhythm information, monitor and assess patients through electrocardiogram procedures. These tests can be performed during physical exams, when cardiovascular problems are suspected, or in preparation for surgery. This class will also prepare you to become a Certified EKG Technician (CET), and you¡¯ll have the credentials nearly all healthcare employers require to perform the critical tasks of administering EKGs once you pass the national certification exa m. You will also learn the skills necessary to draw blood from patients and blood donors, evaluate patients¡¯ ability to withstand procedures, explain blood-drawing procedure to patients and answer questions, perform basic point of care testing, such as blood glucose levels. You will be prepared to sit for the national Certified Phlebotomy Technician exam. Possibility of clinical observation opportunities.

    Pharmacology

    Course ID: G26710
    Credit: 2
    Grades: 11, 12
    Location: BCTAL
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : Clinical Rotations 1
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?Designed to give students practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience.

    Pharmacology Clinical

    Course ID: G26700
    Credit: 3
    Grades: 11, 12
    Location: BCTAL
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : Clinical Rotations 1
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?This class is designed to give students practical application of previous science knowledge and math skills. First semester is hands on labs and text book learning to prepare students to take the National Certified Pharmacy Technician exam following graduation. Second semester is 3 days each week with in pharmacy training on all aspects of the job as Certified Pharmacy Technician. Students will be registered with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy as Pharmacy Technician Trainees.

    Anatomy and Physiology Honors

    Course ID: X04910
    Credit: 1
    Grades: 10, 11, 12
    Location: BCTAL
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : Biology and a second science credit.
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?Students explore physiological systems and associated pathologies. At least 40% of instructional time involves lab investigations, using safe, environmentally appropriate, and ethical practices. Higher order thinking is stressed through assessment and synthesis of the anatomical knowledge combined with exposure to clinical analysis.

    Anatomy and Physiology Honors

    Course ID: X04900
    Credit: 1
    Grades: 10, 11, 12
    Location: BHS, HHS, RHS
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : Biology and a second science credit.
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?Students explore physiological systems and associated pathologies. At least 40% of instructional time involves lab investigations, using safe, environmentally appropriate, and ethical practices. Higher order thinking is stressed through assessment and synthesis of the anatomical knowledge combined with exposure to clinical analysis.

    Medical Microbiology BLK

    Course ID: X27901
    Credit: 1
    Grades: 11, 12
    Location: BCTAL
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : Biology, Chemistry
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?Students learn relationships of microorganisms to disease, develop knowledge related to disease prevention by learning the chain of infection, asepsis, and precautions. Pathogenic and nonpathogenic organisms are identified to assist in the understanding of diseases, causative agents and treatments. Each semester

    Pathophysiology BLK

    Course ID: X27903
    Credit: 1
    Grades: 11, 12
    Location: BCTAL
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : Biology, Chemistry or Biology and concurrent Chemistry
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?Students conduct lab investigations and fieldwork as they study disease and the effect it has on human systems. Emphasis is placed on prevention and treatment. Students will differentiate between normal and abnormal physiology.

    Sports Medicine 1

    Course ID: G26720
    Credit: 1
    Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
    Location: BHS, HHS, RHS
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : N/A
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?Explores student interest in medical professions and sports related fields of study, with exposure to anatomy/physiology, psychology of sport and injury, injury recognition and evaluation, injury prevention, injury care, career opportunities, professional liability and responsibilities, budget and facility design.

    Sports Medicine 2

    Course ID: G26730
    Credit: 1
    Grades: 10, 11, 12
    Location: BHS, HHS, RHS
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : Sports Medicine 1
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?Designed to provide an in-depth study and application of sports medicine, including but not limited to basic rehabilitative techniques, therapeutic modalities, wound care, taping and bandaging techniques, prevention, recognition, and care of musculoskeletal injuries, injuries to the young athlete, drugs in sports, modern issues in sports medicine. Course will involve afters school work with athletes and teams.

    Sports Med 3 Practicum in Health Science

    Course ID: G26740
    Credit: 2
    Grades: 11, 12
    Location: BHS, HHS, RHS
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : Sports Medicine 2
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?Provides advanced students the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills to athletic injury recognition, evaluation, management, treatment, and rehabilitation through research investigations and applications related to sports medicine. The students will research, investigate, prepare, and present article reviews, case studies, research projects, visual poster presentations, and multimedia presentations on instructor-approved topics; and will perform assigned duties of the athletic training room under the supervision of a licensed athletic trainer, including after school internship.

    Sports Med 4 Practicum in Health Science 2nd Time Taken

    Course ID: G26750
    Credit: 2
    Grades: 11, 12
    Location: BHS, HHS, RHS
    Department/ Program of Study: Health Science

    Prerequisite(s):
    Required    : Sports Med 3 Practicum in Health Science
    Recommended: N/A

    Course Description    :?Provides advanced students the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills to athletic injury recognition, evaluation, management, treatment, and rehabilitation through research investigations and applications related to sports medicine. The students will research, investigate, prepare, and present article reviews, case studies, research projects, visual poster presentations, and multimedia presentations on instructor-approved topics; and will perform assigned duties of the athletic training room under the supervision of a licensed athletic trainer, including after school internship.

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